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Surveys and researches prove that women are better than men at striking a good work-life balance. What is it that helps them handle multiple responsibilities and tasks with ease?

According to a research conducted by the Kenexa Research Institute (KRI), women are better than men when it comes to appreciating their organisation's efforts in ensuring a better work-life balance for their employees. Does it also mean that women are better at balancing work and life than men? Well, it may be true!

Over the last few years, work environments have become more stressful and demanding. Men are believed to be stronger (I mean physically!) and that is why work pressure was entirely meant for them till some time ago. But, women are increasingly becoming a part of the active workforce and are not just handling work successfully but are also running their homes in a commendable manner. So, what is it that makes them tick?

A major reason for this difference is probably the upbringing. In every traditional Indian household, women are taught from childhood itself that they will be handling family responsibilities when they grow up. The upbringing also helps them learn about managing things in a better manner. In addition to this, with modern education and opportunities, women have actually become capable of handling all that and much more. This exposure and experience makes them better managers at work too.

A research conducted by researchers at the University of California, Los Angeles, indicates that married women may be able to beat job stress better than their husbands. This is probably because women are emotionally and mentally stronger than men, as proven by various other studies also. This helps them handle pressure and stress in a better manner and with greater agility. Moreover, it also helps them stand firm in the face of adversities and this is exactly what gives them an edge.

Another reason for women’s ability to manage work and life is the way they set up their priorities. Men have been considered the bread earners of the family for ages. So, they tend to be concerned only about their work and career, to a large extent. Women, on the other hand, know that family and home are equally important. So, they try to ensure that they are able to balance work and life in such a manner that both get equal importance and quality time.

There are many women, who at the peak of their careers, quit their jobs to take care of their families or children and joined the workforce again when things had settled. These women are almost as successful as men who started their career at the same time. This also shows that giving the much needed time and importance to family does not necessarily impact career growth.

A lot of organisations are becoming sensitive to the family needs of their employees. They have started to understand that family does become more important for female workers at times, especially during child birth. Therefore, policies are developed keeping this in mind, which further aids the struggle to strike a better work-life balance.

The reasons for this may be multiple and varied. Some people may even disagree to this, but the fact remains that women, in whatever role - employee, home maker, mother etc - have emerged strong and successful. Their strength and upbringing makes them better at managing multiple responsibilities with ease. Nothing is impossible if you try hard. And women prove it by managing both work and home efficiently.

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